PR Account Manager, Tech

Public Relations Account Manager (B2B Tech) (Hybrid: In office Mon-Thurs) Matter is an independent and thriving brand elevation agency unifying PR, social media, creative services, search marketing and digital marketing. From fast growth startups to established brands, we work with clients across diverse industries, including technology, consumer and professional services. We immerse ourselves in our clients' worlds to develop and execute strategic, content-rich campaigns that inspire action and build value through measurable results. As we've grown, we've maintained focus on building and nurturing an inclusive, team-oriented and creative environment because we know that when we tap into our collective brainpower we come up with inspired solutions for our clients. At Matter, we prioritize employee diversity, equity and inclusion and value everyone's unique story. If you're the kind of professional that takes their work seriously, but also doesn't take themselves too seriously, this could be the place to grow your career. We're currently looking for a creative, results-focused Account Manager with tech PR experience to join our team who will take a lead role in managing client PR programs through traditional and social media channels. Here's a mix of what you'll be doing day to day: Develop and execute a broad range of proactive PR and social media strategies/programs for assigned clients, identifying opportunities to build clients' visibility in media outlets (print, broadcast, radio, blogs, other social media) that reach their targeted consumers and business communities. Develop and implement public relation activities including new product introductions, product reviews, analyst relations, awards and speaker's bureau opportunities. Become an expert on your clients' business and the competitive landscape. Provide strategic recommendations and creative ideas for clients on an ongoing basis; proactively identify and address clients' needs. Ensure the account team is effectively executing on the client's program, meeting defined deliverables, and delivering excellent client service. Build strong client relations at senior levels, identifying and troubleshooting issues and challenges as they relate to client satisfaction and overall program success. Manage account teams in the execution of all programs and assume accountability for meeting all program deliverables. Act as mentor and coach for team members, taking an active role in their professional development. Manage budget and allocation of staff resources. Actively participate in new business: Identifying opportunities to upsell and grow the account; bringing in new business opportunities through own network; generating new business pitch decks with strategic, creative thinking; contributing meaningfully to RFPs; and playing a key role in a new business meeting and/or messaging and positioning session. Along with creativity, drive and self-motivation, your previous experience and attributes will include: 6+ years' experience in B2B tech public relations (previous agency experience required; PR experience in other areas such as B2C tech, healthcare, professional services is also highly desirable). Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple clients as well as manage multiple junior team members. Ability to conceive and oversee the implementation of overall communication programs as well as targeted product launches, announcements, strategies, message development and corporate positioning. A demonstrated track record of leading successful, measurable PR and social media programs for multiple clients. A desire to work in a fast-moving, dynamic, team-oriented environment with the ability to manage multiple clients simultaneously. A creative and results-oriented approach to all work that is produced. Strong writing skills with demonstrated experience creating messaging/positioning, press releases, blog posts, byline articles, etc. Exceptional presentation and communication skills (verbal and written). Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant business experience. Why Matter? A healthy culture requires healthy, happy people. That's why Matter goes above and beyond to provide exceptional benefits, fun bonuses, and culture perks to our workforce. These include: Exceptional company culture, monthly FUN events in all offices, happy hours, and surprise rewards throughout the year. A comprehensive time-off plan that includes PTO, sick time, a yearly winter break, birthdays off, short Fridays EVERY week, and other out of office time to support work/life balance. Competitive salaries, and lots of room for long-term growth and development. Top notch health, dental, and vision plans. Extensive and ever-growing programs for diversity, equity and inclusion, plus a variety of specialized employee resource groups, diversity focused events and initiatives, and more. Paid volunteer time through our Helping Hands program. Matter Wellness program, featuring extracurricular activities and interoffice competitions. Employee referral program (get a $$ bonus for each referral we hire). Lots of other stellar benefits like a 401K program, pet insurance, FSA and Dependent care plans, paid parental leave, and so much more. Matter provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Matter also participates in the E-Verify program. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-18